Flamenco Tablaos in Madrid

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A list of the best Flamenco Tablaos in Madrid, with the average price (including show and drink) y other relevant details so that you may choose the best flamenco show.

You can consult the following article ‘Where to see good flamenco in Madrid’ with certain guidelines to be taken into account so you can’t go wrong.  And the Agenda de Flamenco en Madrid which lists concerts and festivals celebrated in the capital.

At the end of the article we’ve put short reviews of the tablaos we know best and which we recommend with guarantees.  This is information we’ll be updating and changing according to our experiences and the comments of those of you who visit these places.

Flamenco tablaos in Madrid

Cardamomo Flamenco Madrid 

Located in the heart of Madrid, Cardamomo presents one of the capital’s finest flamenco shows. They offer four daily performances—at 6:00 PM, 7:30 PM, 9:00 PM, and 10:30 PM—featuring ten artists on stage. The lineup includes top-tier flamenco dancers such as Paula Rodríguez (winner of the 2021 *Desplante* Award), El Yiyo, Karime Amaya, Belén López, Gema Moneo, Alba Heredia, and El Farru, all expertly accompanied by distinguished guitarists and singers. detailed profile, + information and booking

Tablao Flamenco 1911

On Plaza Santa Ana, a beautiful façade hints at the historic venue within—a space boasting 111 years of history, featuring an Andalusian-Moorish style inspired by Granada’s Alhambra and stunning tile mosaics. It is a place where history’s greatest flamenco artists have performed and where a magnificent show of dance, song, and guitar is presented every night.  Detailed profile, + Information and Booking

Tablao de la Villa 

El Tablao de la Villa offers pure, authentic flamenco—a return to the essence of the art form that aficionados often miss, and the perfect place for international audiences to experience flamenco in its most genuine form. The venue champions traditional flamenco artistry, showcasing dance that knows the power of a pause, and guitar and vocals that understand the significance of silence.  Detailed profile, + Information and Booking

Centro Cultural Flamenco de Madrid 

The Madrid Flamenco Cultural Center offers the chance to enjoy traditional flamenco—song, dance, and guitar—in an intimate setting. The experience is free from the distractions of food and drink service or amplified sound systems, and the limited capacity ensures excellent visibility of the stage from every seat. In the summer, they host a special program titled “A Flamenco Summer,” featuring renowned artists. Detailed profile, + Information and Booking

Las Tablas Flamenco Madrid 

Las Tablas Flamenco Madrid represents a fresh concept for a *tablao*, breaking away from the traditional aesthetic usually associated with these venues. It delivers a high-quality show featuring a resident flamenco troupe alongside top-tier guest artists—an excellent choice for experiencing great flamenco in Madrid.  Detailed profile, + Information and Booking 

Tablao flamenco La Carmela

Just a few meters from Puerta del Sol, this *tablao* is located in the historic coal cellars of the “La Carmela” tavern (formerly the Convento de la Victoria, demolished in 1836 following the Peninsular War). It is a mystical, history-steeped venue that blends authentic traditional Madrid cuisine with top-tier flamenco artists. Detailed profile, + Information and Booking

Taberna flamenca El Cortijo

Taberna Flamenca El Cortijo offers authentic flamenco in the heart of Vallecas. The venue—a traditional Madrid tavern—boasts an intimate, cozy atmosphere that allows guests to experience the performance up close to the artists, creating an evening that the *tablao* itself describes as feeling “just like being in your own living room.” Detailed profile, + Information and Booking

La Cueva de Lola

Located in the La Latina neighborhood, just minutes from Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace, La Cueva de Lola offers one of Madrid’s most unique flamenco spots. The 50-minute show—held daily—seamlessly integrates flamenco singing, guitar, and dance, featuring a troupe of nationally and internationally acclaimed artists. Detailed profile, + Information and Booking

Tablao Flamenco Torero

Tablao Flamenco Torero, located on Calle de la Cruz between Puerta del Sol and the Barrio de las Letras, spans 500 square meters across two floors with a capacity of 197 people. Its vaulted brick basement hosts authentic, unamplified flamenco performances, preceded by an introductory talk. The street level features a café-bar with a stage and an exhibition room accommodating 50 people, where lectures on flamenco culture are held. The basement houses a rehearsal room and the main stage—seating 70 spectators in a semi-circle—where *Essential Flamenco* is performed; the show is directed by Juan “El Mistela”. Detailed profile, + Information and Booking

Tablao Las Carboneras

At the heart of Las Carboneras beats a promise: to experience flamenco in its purest, most intimate, and authentic form. Every night at Tablao Flamenco Las Carboneras brings a unique encounter between artists and the audience—a moment where emotion is not merely performed, but shared. Detailed profile, + Information and Booking 

Café Ziryab 

Café Ziryab offers an honest flamenco experience rooted in deep knowledge and passion; spectators feel truly welcomed into the flamenco family that gathers at the *tablao* each night. Artists, friends, and enthusiasts come together here, making it the least “touristy” of all Madrid’s *tablaos*. Detailed profile, + Information and Booking

Corral de la Moreria 

It is Madrid’s best-known and most acclaimed *tablao*, as well as its oldest—dating back to 1956—and the recipient of the most awards across the fields of flamenco, tourism, and gastronomy. All the great flamenco artists have graced its stage, and continue to do so every night. It is also distinguished by the illustrious guests it has welcomed throughout its history and those who visit nightly. In terms of cuisine, it rivals the capital’s finest restaurants; it has recently received the National Gastronomy Award and boasts a fine-dining restaurant recognized by the Michelin Guide. It offers top-tier flamenco and excellent service in every respect. Detailed profile, + Information and Booking